Kroser 17” Laptop Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Project Backpack

The main difference between the Kroser 17” Laptop Backpack and the Timbuk2 Project Backpack is that the 17” Laptop Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Project Backpack does not.

Kroser Laptop Backpack
TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Kroser Timbuk2
Name 17” Laptop Backpack Project Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 21L
Dimensions (in) 18.6 x 13.5 x 10.8 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5
Weight (lb) 3.1 2.5
Fabric Water-Repellant Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather
Color Black Scout
Warranty Kroser 30 Days Return Policy Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 14, 2019
Rating 4.8
Price Under $50 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 3 zipped front pockets, 1 back pocket and 2 side pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Multi-compartment with several inner pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Sturdy top grab handle with steel cable Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Daisy chains with carabiner hook on front panel Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap
USB Charger Built-in USB charger
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Separate laptop compartment fits up to 17" Padded; 15" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External side compression straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage attachment panel secures it to a roller bag Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable padded back panel Padded
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective stripe accents
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Lockable zipper heads
RFID Blocking RFID pockets

You're currently comparing the 17” Laptop Backpack by Kroser against the Project Backpack by Timbuk2.


Kroser 's 17” Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Kroser 17” Laptop Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 3.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.6 x 13.5 x 10.8 . It's made of Water-Repellant Fabric and is available in Black in comparison the Timbuk2 Project Backpack's capacity is 21L with a size of 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 inches. Constructed from Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in Scout.